Evangelism Coordinator for Spanish Ministries

Description

Religious Education  

• Directs and oversees RCIA program for Spanish-speaking adults and children. 
• Responsible for the recruitment, orientation, and training of volunteers/catechists to conduct the Parish’s catechetical programs. 

Sacraments 

• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the Sacramental Programs in Spanish for Baptism and Marriage Prep, and for Religious Education. 
• Takes lead in preparing for Sacramental celebrations. 
• Works with Parish Secretary to maintain updated participant’s sacramental records. 
• Keep current in developments/changes with Diocesan policies as they relate to formation and Sacramental practices. Maintain a relationship with the Diocesan Office of Evangelization, Discipleship, and Spirituality. 

Miscellaneous 

• Manage publicity, promotion, and communication of Hispanic programs. 
• Recruit, train, and collaborate with Hispanic ministry volunteers, including liturgical ministers.  
• Coordinate quarterly Hispanic leadership meetings. 
• Leads and assists in special events such as Posada, Holy Hours, and Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration. 
• Oversee the organization of the Spanish Liturgies (Sunday and Feast Days). 
• Supervises the Director of the ESOL Program.  
• Completes Certification Courses for Sacramental Prep Leaders regularly. 

 PROGRAMMING: 

• Plan and promote an annual and monthly calendar. 
• Coordinate registration and collection of fees for programs. 
• Encourage and administer the Catechist certification process for catechists and facilitators. 
• In cooperation with the Parish Safe Environment Coordinator, implement Diocesan and parish policies and guidelines, including those related to negligence, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and the safety and protection of children. Work with the Safe Environment Coordinator to get all adults and children through the Diocesan mandated training. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology. A Master’s degree is preferred. 
• Three years in ministry at Parish or Diocesan level.  
• Management experience. 
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.  
• Effective organizational skills.  
• Will need to go through Safe Environment Training.